Headshock stem?

Hi

I was wondering, how come a headshock stem can only be used with special forks?

I'm looking at this stem http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=17332 , and really like the angle and price of it, so can i put it on my regulare 1 1/8 fork?

Thanks!

I think it's for bikes with giant steerers, 1.5 inches thick.

I know what a Headshock fork is, but can a headshock stem be used on a normal fork`? :S
Sorry if it's a stupid question.

as nel3on said, its for larger steerer tubes which cannot be used on normal forks. It probably gives you the exact diameter in andy.w's picture.

Features:
• Compatible with Cannondale Headshok forks only
• To suit standard 25.4mm and 26.0 diameter bars
• 2 bolt clamps
• Lightweight design
• Colour: Polished Silver

Cannondale Headshok. Although a Headshok steerer is very close to 1.5 in it is actually 1.5625 in. The Headtube dimensions for 1.5" and Headshok are very similar, differing only in the minimum press depth.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Headset_(bicycle_part)

No. it won't fit.

There must be other shitty looking stems available?

Thanks for the help.
Yea, I know it's shitty looking, but i'm on a VERY stricht budget.

The review for that item is hilarious.

There must be other shitty looking stems available?

ha!

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=33521 ???

that review is the best thing ever. i spat tea

If you want a well priced stem which is availible in lot of angles. On-one is what you want. I have three of them. Great for messing around with set-ups.

Mostly sold out at the mo though :(

They do both over-sized and 25.4 clamps.
http://www.on-one-shop.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_On_One_3d_forged_stems_382.html[URL="http://www.on-one-shop.co.uk/acatalog/info_STOOM3D8035BK.html"][/URL]

Cannondale Headshok. Although a Headshok steerer is very close to 1.5 in it is actually 1.5625 in. The Headtube dimensions for 1.5" and Headshok are very similar, differing only in the minimum press depth.

OOhh I was close!

i forgot to say, and was reminded today when the about to be mentioned item arrived in the post, get it off ebay! i bought a used cinelli axis stem (£15 - £35 new) for £2.70. postage was £1.99.

The review for that item is hilarious.

that review is the best thing ever. i spat tea

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